Prosocial behaviors are voluntary actions intended to help others. Children display prosocial behavior when they share toys, comfort someone who is sad, or work together to complete a task. Share on ...

Children across the globe engage in a constellation of behaviors that support cooperation, an action critical to the survival ...

Sometimes things that seem off to parents about their child's behavior are developmentally appropriate. Find out what's ...

In my work as a child psychologist, I speak with many parents who are concerned about their child's behavior. My clients often wonder what behaviors should raise a red flag for them. They might ask: ...

Children lie much earlier, and more often, than most parents expect. Understanding why can help adults respond with clarity, not panic, and teach honesty without shame.

Challenges with impulsivity and emotional regulation may present as aggression in children with ADHD. These behaviors can be challenging, but a mental health professional can help create an effective ...

The Marcus Autism Center announced it will conduct the largest study of behavior, brain and genomic biomarkers in children ...

Externalizing behaviors in childhood and adolescence—including aggression, conduct problems, and related antisocial behaviors—represent major public health ...

Online gaming can teach teamwork—but it can also expose kids to conflict. Here’s how to guide your child if they become the aggressor.